Sports

Russia will appeal 4-year Olympic ban

By Associated Press

Next year's Olympics in Tokyo will be the third consecutive edition of the games preceded by a legal battle over Russian doping issues.

10 ex-NFL players charged with defrauding health care program

By Michael Balsamo, Associated Press

Prosecutors allege the players targeted the Gene Upshaw NFL Player Health Reimbursement Account Plan, which was established as part of a collective bargaining agreement in 2006.

Garrett’s suspension for helmet attack upheld after appeal

By Tom Withers, Associated Press

Garrett is banned for the final six regular-season games and playoffs for smashing Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph over the head with a helmet last week.

NFL suspends Cleveland Browns star after violent outburst

By Tom Withers, Associated Press

Following Myles Garrett's shocking actions on national TV, it’s possible the league could come down hard on the former No. 1 overall pick, who made strides in cleaning up his game after picking up some personal fouls earlier this season.

WATCH: World Series-winning Nationals take celebration to the White House

By Associated Press

The visit comes just 48 hours after the team paraded down Constitution Avenue.

What really causes home field advantage – and why it’s on the decline

By Konstantinos Pelechrinis, The Conversation

A data scholar explains why playing at home doesn't provide the boost that it once did.

PHOTOS: Nationals top Astros in Game 7 to win 1st World Series title

By Ben Walker, Associated Press

The Washington Nationals came from behind to win five elimination games this postseason, an unprecedented feat.

NCAA board approves athlete compensation for image, likeness

By Ralph D. Russo, Associated Press

The NCAA Board of Governors voted unanimously on Tuesday to clear the way for the amateur athletes to "benefit from the use of their name, image and likeness."…

WATCH: Trump honors racing ‘giant’ Penske with Presidential Medal of Freedom

By Kevin Freking, Associated Press

President Trump has focused mostly on sports stars this year when presenting the Medal of Freedom.

Florida considers allowing college athletes to earn money

By Bobby Caina Calvan, Associated Press

Following California's lead, Florida lawmakers are tackling NCAA rules that prohibit college athletes from reaping financial benefits from their prowess in the arena of big-money sports.